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Carbohydrates are essential in all plants and animals as they provide much-needed energy, mostly in the form of glucose. Keep reading to discover more about the significant roles of these vital compounds.
Carbohydrates are biological molecules and one of the four most important macromolecules in living organisms.
Benedict's test is used to test for simple carbohydrates: reducing and non-reducing sugars. It is called Benedict's test because Benedict's reagent (or solution) is used.
Not only are carbohydrates great energy storage molecules, but they are also essential for cell structure and cell recognition.
Carbohydrates are organic compounds, like most biological molecules. This means they contain carbon and hydrogen. In addition, carbohydrates also have a third element: oxygen.
Monosaccharides can be represented with their linear or ring structures.
glucose , galactose , fructose , deoxyribose and ribose .
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